WORT Local News

Breaking news and feature stories straight from the WORT News team’s underground lair in Madison, Wisconsin. New episodes every Monday through Thursday at 7:30 PM. Also available live on 89.9 FM from 6:00-7:00 PM and online anytime at WORTFM.org.

Recent Episodes

RSVP of Dane County grapples with funding uncertainty

Posted October 30, 2025 • 00:50:55

Here's your local news for Thursday, October 30, 2025:

We'll outline what's at stake locally as federal lawmakers weigh cuts to AmeriCorps...

Madison alders back street reconstruction project despite cost to residents

Posted October 29, 2025 • 00:47:35

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 29, 2025:

We get the details on two much-debated items that earned unanimous approval in last...

Department of Corrections clears first hurdle for reorganization

Posted October 28, 2025 • 00:49:33

In this show:

The Building Commission approves the funds for planning a rework for correctional facilities across the state
A local...

Wisconsin Dems Draw Attention to Upcoming Spike in Health Insurance Costs

Posted October 28, 2025 • 00:47:16

In today's episode:

Wisconsin Dems draw attention to an upcoming spike in health insurance costs
Wisconsin Policy Forum releases...

GOP lawmakers grill education officials on misconduct, grooming investigations

Posted October 23, 2025 • 00:50:55

Here's your local news for Thursday, October 23, 2025:

We join a public feedback session on Madison's Southeast Area development plan,
Outline...